Macarthur · Leyte
Barangay Causwagan
Barangay Causwagan is a barangay in Macarthur, Leyte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Macarthur. It had a population of 498 in the 2020 Census.
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Population & Statistics
From the 2020 Census of Population and Housing
- Population (2020)
- 498
- Population (2015)
- 543
- Growth (2015 → 2020)
- -8.3%
Classification: Rural barangay
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About Barangay Causwagan
Situated in Macarthur, Leyte, Barangay Causwagan is one of 31 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2020 Census of Population and Housing conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Causwagan had a population of 498. This made it the 23rd largest of 31 barangays in Macarthur by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Causwagan accounted for approximately 2.31% of the total population of Macarthur, which stood at 21,578 in the same census year.
Between the 2015 and 2020 censuses, the population of Barangay Causwagan changed from 543 to 498, a shift of -8.3% over the five-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Macarthur. The Philippine Statistics Authority classifies Barangay Causwagan as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Macarthur is a municipality comprising 31 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Causwagan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Causwagan ranks 1165th by 2020 population. Leyte is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Causwagan is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms under Republic Act No. 12232.
City / Municipality
Macarthur (Municipality)
Province
Region
Contact Information & Officials
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- 09384459792
- Punong Barangay
- Ed Kevin Cuayzon Sab(2023 - 2026 term)
- Barangay Secretary
- Sheena Marie Jose Algodon
- Barangay Treasurer
- Rollah Luzel Mae Sancho Malinao
- SK Chairperson
- Ronilyn Serohijos Obias
Sangguniang Barangay Members (Kagawads)
- • John Christopher Petronio Lead
- • Nilo Cinco Palaña
- • Angelbert Saligumba Sab
- • Rosalina Obias Bahil
- • Renante Adisas Malate
- • Ally Casado Peñaranda
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Causwagan
Where is Barangay Causwagan located?▾
Barangay Causwagan is a barangay in the municipality of Macarthur, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Causwagan hall?▾
Barangay Causwagan is located in Macarthur, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Causwagan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Causwagan is Ed Kevin Cuayzon Sab (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Causwagan?▾
You can contact Barangay Causwagan via phone at 09384459792.
What municipality is Barangay Causwagan part of?▾
Barangay Causwagan is one of 31 barangays in Macarthur, a municipality in Leyte, Philippines.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Causwagan
- 2026 Barangay Elections GuideEverything about the November 2, 2026 BSKE — positions, terms, and key dates.
- How to Get a Barangay ClearanceStep-by-step requirements, fees, and processing time at your barangay hall.
- Cedula (CTC) GuideCommunity Tax Certificate — where to get it, requirements, and cost.
- How to File a Barangay BlotterProcess, requirements, and what happens after filing.